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Homestyle Chicken Curry

Homestyle Chicken Curry

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Simple comforting chicken curry with everyday spices.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken, bone-in preferred
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1½ tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2–3 green chilies (optional, for heat)
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tbsp oil or mustard oil
  • 1 tbsp curd or kasuri methi (optional)
  • Water as needed
  • Fresh coriander to garnish

Instructions

  • Brown the Onions
  • Heat oil. Add onions. Cook slowly till deep golden — this is your curry base. Be patient.
  • Build the Masala
  • Add ginger-garlic paste. Sauté till the raw smell fades.
  • Add chopped tomatoes. Cook till soft and jammy.
  • Add turmeric, chili, coriander powder, salt. Cook till oil starts to separate.
  • Add Chicken, Seal the Flavor
  • Add chicken pieces. Toss well in masala. Sear for 5–6 mins on medium heat.
  • Add curd if using. Stir till coated.
  • Simmer and Soften
  • Add water (1–1.5 cups) depending on desired gravy.
  • Cover and cook 20–25 minutes till chicken is tender.
  • Add garam masala, kasuri methi if using. Simmer 5 more mins.
  • Garnish and Serve
  • Top with fresh coriander. Serve with hot rice, chapati, or jeera pulao.